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Source: This post is based on the article “Nagara architecture, 392 pillars, 5 mandaps: Decoding Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir’s key features” published in “Hindustan Times” on 22nd January 2024.
Why in the news?
The Ram temple in Ayodhya is inaugurated on January 22.
What is the style of the temple?
The temple is built in the nagara style.
Source: ANI
What are the features of the Ayodhya Ram temple? | |
| Architectural Style. | Constructed in the traditional Nagara style |
| Dimension | The Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir has a length (east-west) of 380 feet, a width of 250 feet, and a height of 161 feet. |
| Material used | 1. The main temple structure features Bansi Paharpur Pink Sandstone sourced from Rajasthan’s Bharatpur district. 2. Granite stones are utilized in the plinths, providing a durable and resilient foundation for the temple. 3. White Makrana marble and colored marble are intricately used for inlay work. |
| Boundary walls | A 732-meter-long surrounding wall, influenced by Dravida style temples gives a hybrid characteristic. |
| Mandapas | There are 5 mandapas Nritya Mandap, Rang Mandap, Sabha Mandap, Prathana Mandap and Kirtan Mandap |
| Unique approach | The construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya takes a unique approach by avoiding the use of steel or iron. Instead, the project uses traditional construction methods by giving due attention to the principle of sustainability. |
| Other structures | At the four corners of the compound, there are four Mandirs – dedicated to Surya Dev, Devi Bhagwati, Ganesh Bhagwan and Bhagwan Shiv. In the northern arm is a Mandir of Maa Annapurna and in the southern arm is Mandir of Hanuman ji. |
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